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Naim XS3 or Elicit-R to replace ELex-R

I'm wanting to upgrade my integrated to a more refined unit. I currently have the Elex-R driving Dynaudio Focus 110 (the older version) and want something with a bit more refinement and bass grip as the Elex can be a tad loose. THe Elex power is sufficent so a jump in wattage not really necessary. I'm considering the new Naim XS3 or the Rega Elicit-R.   Both in my budget of $3K and both have a phono which I need.

Any thoughts appreciated.
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supermerio
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I used to own naim nac 152xs and nap 155xs. One of the replacement i considered was a rega elicit r. The naim gives
bigger wider soundstage whereas the elicit r have a more
3d presentation, rega also have a lower noise floor. Naim will give you a wall of sound akin to a live music, it is big and fast sounding;
 rega is more detailed and should have been fantastic if
not for its “small voicing” presentation.

rega also runs very hot.
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